Lots of boys, love and craziness. Making messes and memories every day.
Every year we make a trap to catch that sneaky little leprechaun. We improve it each year to make it more enticing. More green, more gold coins, more foolproof traps. But every year he gets away and causes green havoc on our house. Last year, he even left this note behind. Click below to download... Continue Reading →
The Rio Ochos Rios is an all-inclusive, kid-friendly resort located in beautiful Ocho Rios, Jamaica. While we have stayed at many Riu resorts around the world, the beachfront of Ochos Rios is one of our favorites. We took the family for Spring Break, and here is our honest review of The Riu Ochos Rios. The... Continue Reading →
As the crisp autumn air ushers in a season of warmth and gratitude, there's no better way to enhance a fall gift than with an adorable fall-themed gift tag. Whether tied to a jar of apple butter or a homemade caramel apple, these fall gift tags add an extra layer of love and personalization, ensuring... Continue Reading →
Halloween is a time of year when creativity and excitement fill the air, especially in classrooms where kids eagerly anticipate festive fall parties. Halloween Bingo is my all-time favorite game to play at school parties. This simple game can bring joy to students while incorporating elements of learning and interaction. Preparing for the Game Preparation... Continue Reading →
I made these adorable football hats for my football mom friends, and everyone is obsessed. They are so cute and simple. They hide the sun from your eyes and your messy hair from the world. They scream support for your #1 player. Due to the overwhelming interest, I am adding them to my Etsy store.... Continue Reading →
A fun chore chart for kids. It works great with multiple kids to keep them engaged.
With an Irish/Scottish heritage, St. Patrick’s Day is one of our favorite holidays. Before kids, we’d spend it at Kegs ‘n Eggs, the parade and tucked away drinking green beer and Irish car bombs. St. Patty’s Day may be a little different these days, but we still love it and all of the shenanigans around... Continue Reading →
We just returned from a relaxing getaway to Punta Cana. The trip was filled with sunshine, food, family and fun. While we were a little apprehensive about bringing the boys to the Dominican Republic, this trip couldn’t have gone better. Before I get into the details of the RIU Bambu, here are some of the... Continue Reading →
The ski resort landscape has changed a lot recently. Too many local hills have struggled and closed. Others have sold out to big corporate conglomerates that try to manage hills on a one-size fits all mentality. A lot of local hills have lost their identity, their charm. Holiday Valley in Ellicottville, NY is the exception.... Continue Reading →
Busy, occupied kids make a happy mom - especially during the holidays when there is so much to do. Since I wanted to keep the teenagers and little ones busy, I made two activities this year. The first is a selfie scavenger hunt. The older kids can go around and find all of the items... Continue Reading →
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